Methodist Girls’ School IP: 2025 DSA Talent Areas & ACS(I) Pathway

Q: What does the MGS IP guide cover?
A: How Methodist Girls’ School frames its six-year Integrated Programme, the 2025 DSA-Sec talent domains, and key application milestones.

TL;DR
• MGS runs dual tracks: a four-year SEC route and a six-year Integrated Programme that leads to the IB Diploma Programme at Anglo-Chinese School (Independent) for Years 5–6 (DSA overview; DSA Application 2025 PDF).
• DSA applicants indicate their preference for SEC, IP, or “No Preference”; MGS reminds successful IP entrants to honour the full six-year commitment and stay active in their talent area through Year 4 (same sources).
• The 2025 DSA talent areas comprise English Language, STEM, Music Elective Programme, and sports squads (Artistic Swimming, Bowling, Football, Netball, Softball, Squash, Swimming, Tennis); the PDF outlines expectations such as workshop participation, joining relevant CCAs, and representing the school in competitions.
• Key dates: applications via MOE’s DSA-Sec portal 7 May 2025 (11 a.m.) – 3 June 2025 (3 p.m.), shortlisting/trials in July–August, and outcomes released by early September (same PDF).

Quick facts for families

• MGS IP girls spend Years 1 to 4 in the Dunearn campus, then move to ACS(I) for the IB Diploma in Years 5 and 6 (DSA overview).
• Parents pick SEC, IP, or no preference during DSA so the school can shortlist your child for the correct route (DSA Application 2025 PDF).
• Talent areas cover English, STEM, Music Elective, and sports, which makes it easy to match portfolios to the published list (same source).
• Applications closed on 3 June 2025; expect the next cycle to follow similar May–September milestones (DSA overview).

1 | Integrated Programme pathway

• MGS emphasises that the IP culminates in the IB Diploma with partner ACS(I); IP students skip the O-Levels but must fulfil the school’s expectations for service, leadership, and talent participation (DSA overview).
• During application, families choose between SEC, IP, or no preference—highlighting MGS’ flexibility while ensuring shortlisted candidates are considered for the right track (